Nice review. I have been using the DeWalt DWE 7491 which has a 1.75 hp motor many years. It is a fine saw but after watching many reviews on the Harvey table saws I pulled the string and purchased the Harvey HW110TC 36P workstation. The HW110TC has the 3 HP motor and is on sale right now for $1999.00. It is only $200 more the your 2 HP model. I do NOT work for Harvey but I can tell you that their customer service is excellent and the staff is extremely helpful. My wife and I visited their warehouse in Montclair CA last month. My saw should arrive later this month. I cant wait to use it. Again, thanks for the review.
That is awesome. Yeah I have been very happy and I can't wait for my Big Eye fence to come in. I also Just got the Harvey Ambassador 14 Band Saw I will be doing a review on later :)
Thanks for the honest review. I just purchased the exact same saw and it ships in December, can’t wait. I did order the right side cast iron extension. I believe it is the best saw on the market. Cheers.
Thanks for the review! Great job!!! I got a 3hp 36p a couple months ago and love it. Your points are spot on though. The dust collection over the blade isn’t great and gets in the way more than it helps. I do use the low setting on the fence. It’s great for plywood and small stuff.
Thanks for the good review. I bought their 4hp saw when my old Jet 3hp saw had a catastrophic tooth failure of the discontinued trunnion gear. Harvey is a big upgrade from any other saw out there. The slightly bigger table makes a big difference! I'll have to check my fence for deflection. Never noticed any, but wasn't looking for it either. Man, I always thought the Incra fence system looked good, but was pricey...until I saw Harvey's new fence that's $400 more than Incra. Whoa! As far as the potential nut buster handle, it's the same as every table saw fence I've ever used. Never had a problem with it. I know it's there, I walk around it. In short, I guess a guy could spend endlessly on every do-dad and upgrade out there. I'm just not driven that way.
Yes absolutely you can spend a fortune on everything. I love my saw and I am excited about the new fence like I said in the video it corrects every issue that I even had. It is a bit pricey and me having the channel and wanting to get it as quick as possible so I can do a review on it ends up costing me in the end because I would imagine once it comes out it will probably be on sale at some point and I could have gotten it cheaper LOL
I actually just ordered the Harvey ALPHA HW110TC-36P & HW110TC-52P 10" 3HP and wasn't sure if I really was ready to make the leap. I found this video a half hour after I placed the order, and feel very comfortable with the decision. Thank you so much, and wish me luck. My current table saw is a Lowes Kobalt 15 amp 10", I'm excited to be joining the "Big Boys" club LOL
You will be very happy with the saw. Keep an eye out for my review on the new Big Eye Fence once it finally gets here. Harvey also has great customer service if you do have any issues at all.
@@stlwoodworking thanks for reply. It is to come with the Pro fence, it cost me $1999 for the Black Friday sale, but it sounds like it will be a great investment.
@@eldonhinck1487 Yeah it should come with the Master rip like I have. I'm not sure if they plan to include the big eye fence as part of the normal fence. It would be great if they do.
Just to let you know, it was my lack of understanding or just being ignorant. Any way, I did call Harvey today and spoke with them, and I had the miter guage confused with the fence, and yeah, anyhow, I place an order for the dig eye fence. I will now have 2 fences, but just wanted to let you know. Thanks again for the videos and your time.@@stlwoodworking
I’m only seeing a $270 Dollar difference. Just wondering what website you’re looking at. My Sawstop fence doesn’t flex and my Jessem stock guides work perfectly.
Yeah the price is different now. When I got mine a year ago it was right at 2500. This new Big Eye will fix everything other than the stock guides. That one I am going to have to figure out once I get it.
I had no idea that ‘wet’. Would trigger the saw stop. I can’t get one if that’s the case. I sweat miserably when it’s warm out. I’d trigger those non stop
Hoping you might be able to offer a little wisdom for my new Harvey saw. I have it all set up but cannot seem to get the riving knife to align well. The instruction manual shows a "b" set of screws that hold the riving knife in place, and an "a" set of set screws that adjust the riving knife. I loosened up the B, adjusted the A, alignment looks great...THEN...I retighten the B screws and the knife goes back out of alignment. Hoping you might have some wisdom for me...thanks in advance...
I have not had that issue. I personally first try to just go a little past alignment with the A screw and maybe if it does not pull it back when you tighten the B down I would reach out to Harvey and see if they might need to send you out another knife. I will copy this post and send it to my contact over there as well. So mention that when you call them if the other does not work.
I've been looking at Harvey for some time and this would be my first cabinet saw purchase, so i've done alot of comparison. I'm that person that tends to go with more power than is needed, just my preference. I work mostly with eastern cedar (perhaps up to 2.5 in) and find that my one time jobsite saw had trouble around the "knotty" portions of the stock. What's your opinion on HP perhaps between 2hp-4hp?
The 2.5hp would be just fine but if budget is not an issue then I would probably go with the bigger one. Even though this one is fine and works great, I would love to have the 4hp. I would highly suggest no matter which one you go with, get the Big Eye fence.
You may have helped me make my decision today lol. Thank you for the video. I have an SPT-11 and Im ready for an upgrade with a real zero clearance plate 😂
Thanks for the review, I'm leaning towards one of these. Is the 2 hp enough for your needs? And please, with all due respect, get that outlet box off the floor and put a faceplate on it.
Lol it is. That was a project I had to finish the box beside it. Yes the 2hp works but a couple of things I would say is if you have the budget I would still go with the bigger one and I would definitely look at getting the big eye series that comes with the new fence system. I just did a review on it as well as an unboxing and set up
I believe they fixed some of the play in the back of the miter gauge as well, they really listened to customers feedback and addressed them all. I was all set to pull the trigger on a TS, bandsaw saw and some Bridge City Tools but then I lost my job but when things get back to normal, my dream shop will have Harvey and bridge city
Yeah I really like them. Super happy that they are also willing to be a part of my giveaway. I just ordered the Ambassador 14 bandsaw...... now to figure out where to put it lol
I just got the same model a couple days a go and i notice the blade has a little wobbling and i tried different blades have you notice that in yours? Don’t know how much i acceptable
I have none at all. I did not use the stock blade. I use CMT blades from TayTools. I am an affiliate for them but I used them even before that. Go check out their blades lddy.no/1fn0c
I'm seriously looking at the Harvey Table Saw. Have you had any issues with the 2 HP power? I was actually looking at the 3 HP. What is the heaviest thing that you have cut? Maybe I am trying to overkill it. I may be out you way, the middle of Oct.
Good deal. That makes me feel better about the 2 HP.. I am wiring my new shop now and I am running a 220Volt/20 Amp circuit for my table saw. Thanks for the info.
I am not sure how it works in the US but in the UK all saw blades must come to a complete stop in under 10 seconds. Could be worth looking into, or even if someone in the know reads this comment they could verify if this is correct.
@@stlwoodworking that would be nice but unfortunately I think it is more of wishful thinking lol. I know with my table saw felder hammer K3 it has an electronic brake that kicks in and stops the blade. Felder also do a safty system similar to saw stop but there is no cartridge to replace its just a reset button, the big down fall for the system is it is only available on there top end models that more of an industrial machine with a price tag that make a saw stop look like pocket change.
That length of time is perfectly normal on ANY saw made for sale in America than I've ever used. For whatever reason despite the recent fixating on that ridiculous SawStop "safety" device the CPSC has NEVER mandated the blade stop within any sort of time frame. Saws sold for use in Canada or the EU are mandated to stop in under five seconds which is easily achievable with AC injection into the DC motor and take only a handful of additional electronic components costing about a buck fifty retail. The notion of a foot brake for a table saw is ludicrous unless it's just an easy to access foot switch for an emergency AC injection circuit. The physics are all different than on a bandsaw. A tablesaw is moving much faster with much greater power and much greater torque than a bandsaw. Just the thought of trying to physically stop that by forcing a foot brake down is threatening to break my ankle.
That Harvey looks like a fantastic setup. Ive seen several builders on here pick the Harvey over Sawstops. The technology is cool and all but a hundred bucks to replace the brake AND youll need to shell out for a new blade. Tough pill to swallow for accidentally hitting a brad nail.
Nice review. I have been using the DeWalt DWE 7491 which has a 1.75 hp motor many years. It is a fine saw but after watching many reviews on the Harvey table saws I pulled the string and purchased the Harvey HW110TC 36P workstation. The HW110TC has the 3 HP motor and is on sale right now for $1999.00. It is only $200 more the your 2 HP model. I do NOT work for Harvey but I can tell you that their customer service is excellent and the staff is extremely helpful. My wife and I visited their warehouse in Montclair CA last month. My saw should arrive later this month. I cant wait to use it. Again, thanks for the review.
That is awesome. Yeah I have been very happy and I can't wait for my Big Eye fence to come in. I also Just got the Harvey Ambassador 14 Band Saw I will be doing a review on later :)
Thanks for the review after actually using it for a year. I've been thinking about getting one and after everyone's videos I'm sold.
That is awesome and I am glad I could provide some assistance in your decision.
Thanks for the honest review. I just purchased the exact same saw and it ships in December, can’t wait. I did order the right side cast iron extension. I believe it is the best saw on the market. Cheers.
Hope you enjoy it! I will be doing a review on the new Big Eye fence as soon as I get it here lol
Thanks for the review! Great job!!! I got a 3hp 36p a couple months ago and love it. Your points are spot on though. The dust collection over the blade isn’t great and gets in the way more than it helps. I do use the low setting on the fence. It’s great for plywood and small stuff.
Thank you very much. I can't wait to get the new fence in and review it
Great video! I wish I could afford a cabinet saw. I recommend the Skil table saw for beginners.
Congrats on that Jet unit. Lets us know how you like it when its setup.
Thank you. I started out with a Harbor Freight tablle saw. Just give it time.
@@wyattsutphinThanks! I’m planning on making a video about it. I’m so excited to get it!
Thanks for the good review. I bought their 4hp saw when my old Jet 3hp saw had a catastrophic tooth failure of the discontinued trunnion gear. Harvey is a big upgrade from any other saw out there. The slightly bigger table makes a big difference!
I'll have to check my fence for deflection. Never noticed any, but wasn't looking for it either. Man, I always thought the Incra fence system looked good, but was pricey...until I saw Harvey's new fence that's $400 more than Incra. Whoa!
As far as the potential nut buster handle, it's the same as every table saw fence I've ever used. Never had a problem with it. I know it's there, I walk around it.
In short, I guess a guy could spend endlessly on every do-dad and upgrade out there. I'm just not driven that way.
Yes absolutely you can spend a fortune on everything. I love my saw and I am excited about the new fence like I said in the video it corrects every issue that I even had. It is a bit pricey and me having the channel and wanting to get it as quick as possible so I can do a review on it ends up costing me in the end because I would imagine once it comes out it will probably be on sale at some point and I could have gotten it cheaper LOL
Really looking forward to the review on the new fence. Thanks for making this video. Great content, very well presented. :)
Thank you so much for the kind words. I hope to have it in by next week or so.
I just ordered a Harvey alpha saw today. I am so anxious and excited
You are gonna love it. Which one did you get?
I actually just ordered the Harvey ALPHA HW110TC-36P & HW110TC-52P 10" 3HP and wasn't sure if I really was ready to make the leap. I found this video a half hour after I placed the order, and feel very comfortable with the decision. Thank you so much, and wish me luck. My current table saw is a Lowes Kobalt 15 amp 10", I'm excited to be joining the "Big Boys" club LOL
You will be very happy with the saw. Keep an eye out for my review on the new Big Eye Fence once it finally gets here. Harvey also has great customer service if you do have any issues at all.
@@stlwoodworking thanks for reply. It is to come with the Pro fence, it cost me $1999 for the Black Friday sale, but it sounds like it will be a great investment.
@@eldonhinck1487 Yeah it should come with the Master rip like I have. I'm not sure if they plan to include the big eye fence as part of the normal fence. It would be great if they do.
Just to let you know, it was my lack of understanding or just being ignorant. Any way, I did call Harvey today and spoke with them, and I had the miter guage confused with the fence, and yeah, anyhow, I place an order for the dig eye fence. I will now have 2 fences, but just wanted to let you know. Thanks again for the videos and your time.@@stlwoodworking
@@eldonhinck1487 thank you for letting me know
A much nicer saw than what I’m running! Time for me to step up my game!
Be patient, when I can get Harvey to send me a new one, I will be giving mine away LOL
I’m only seeing a $270 Dollar difference. Just wondering what website you’re looking at. My Sawstop fence doesn’t flex and my Jessem stock guides work perfectly.
Yeah the price is different now. When I got mine a year ago it was right at 2500. This new Big Eye will fix everything other than the stock guides. That one I am going to have to figure out once I get it.
I had no idea that ‘wet’. Would trigger the saw stop. I can’t get one if that’s the case. I sweat miserably when it’s warm out. I’d trigger those non stop
Harvey would be the way to go for sure. They have some new products coming out as well.
@@alexanderbower8910 it won't check out bourbon moths reveiw and testing, total myth
Hoping you might be able to offer a little wisdom for my new Harvey saw. I have it all set up but cannot seem to get the riving knife to align well. The instruction manual shows a "b" set of screws that hold the riving knife in place, and an "a" set of set screws that adjust the riving knife. I loosened up the B, adjusted the A, alignment looks great...THEN...I retighten the B screws and the knife goes back out of alignment. Hoping you might have some wisdom for me...thanks in advance...
I have not had that issue. I personally first try to just go a little past alignment with the A screw and maybe if it does not pull it back when you tighten the B down I would reach out to Harvey and see if they might need to send you out another knife. I will copy this post and send it to my contact over there as well. So mention that when you call them if the other does not work.
I've been looking at Harvey for some time and this would be my first cabinet saw purchase, so i've done alot of comparison. I'm that person that tends to go with more power than is needed, just my preference.
I work mostly with eastern cedar (perhaps up to 2.5 in) and find that my one time jobsite saw had trouble around the "knotty" portions of the stock. What's your opinion on HP perhaps between 2hp-4hp?
The 2.5hp would be just fine but if budget is not an issue then I would probably go with the bigger one. Even though this one is fine and works great, I would love to have the 4hp. I would highly suggest no matter which one you go with, get the Big Eye fence.
You may have helped me make my decision today lol. Thank you for the video. I have an SPT-11 and Im ready for an upgrade with a real zero clearance plate 😂
Glad I could help lol. I am very happy with it. They are great to deal with as well.
I believe you can oder another cast iron wing for that saw as well. The last time I checked it was $199. Hope that helps
I did. I have it on it now. Love it
Thanks for the review, I'm leaning towards one of these. Is the 2 hp enough for your needs? And please, with all due respect, get that outlet box off the floor and put a faceplate on it.
Lol it is. That was a project I had to finish the box beside it.
Yes the 2hp works but a couple of things I would say is if you have the budget I would still go with the bigger one and I would definitely look at getting the big eye series that comes with the new fence system. I just did a review on it as well as an unboxing and set up
I believe they fixed some of the play in the back of the miter gauge as well, they really listened to customers feedback and addressed them all. I was all set to pull the trigger on a TS, bandsaw saw and some Bridge City Tools but then I lost my job but when things get back to normal, my dream shop will have Harvey and bridge city
Yeah I really like them. Super happy that they are also willing to be a part of my giveaway. I just ordered the Ambassador 14 bandsaw...... now to figure out where to put it lol
I just got the same model a couple days a go and i notice the blade has a little wobbling and i tried different blades have you notice that in yours? Don’t know how much i acceptable
I have none at all. I did not use the stock blade. I use CMT blades from TayTools. I am an affiliate for them but I used them even before that.
Go check out their blades lddy.no/1fn0c
I'm seriously looking at the Harvey Table Saw. Have you had any issues with the 2 HP power? I was actually looking at the 3 HP. What is the heaviest thing that you have cut? Maybe I am trying to overkill it. I may be out you way, the middle of Oct.
The 2HP has been just fine and I have cut many different things including bloodwood which is pretty dense. No issues at all.
Good deal. That makes me feel better about the 2 HP.. I am wiring my new shop now and I am running a 220Volt/20 Amp circuit for my table saw. Thanks for the info.
Good deal. I just ordered the 14 in Harvey Band saw that is on sale and it is 230V so I have to run another circuit also.
Are you using a full or thin kerf blade. I’m curious how it handles a full kerf on 2hp. Thanks.
Yes I use a full kerf blade and I honestly have not found a wood yet that has slowed it down I am very happy with it.
@@stlwoodworking thank you. This really helps.
Would you pay the extra $100 and get the tin coated table?
I would not personally. I use Carbon Method to coat everything anyway in my shop
I am not sure how it works in the US but in the UK all saw blades must come to a complete stop in under 10 seconds. Could be worth looking into, or even if someone in the know reads this comment they could verify if this is correct.
That would be great. Maybe if mine is supposed to do that I can get Harvey to send me a new one :) lol
@@stlwoodworking that would be nice but unfortunately I think it is more of wishful thinking lol. I know with my table saw felder hammer K3 it has an electronic brake that kicks in and stops the blade. Felder also do a safty system similar to saw stop but there is no cartridge to replace its just a reset button, the big down fall for the system is it is only available on there top end models that more of an industrial machine with a price tag that make a saw stop look like pocket change.
Yeah, I saw that saw on Matt's video form AWFS. They are still for the industrial setting, but I see it coming to us in the next few years.
@@stlwoodworking yes I seen that video I think matts video was on the aulterdolf table saw. That machine looks awesome as well.
You can alot of body parts off in 10 seconds. So, it seems a little pointless
That length of time is perfectly normal on ANY saw made for sale in America than I've ever used. For whatever reason despite the recent fixating on that ridiculous SawStop "safety" device the CPSC has NEVER mandated the blade stop within any sort of time frame. Saws sold for use in Canada or the EU are mandated to stop in under five seconds which is easily achievable with AC injection into the DC motor and take only a handful of additional electronic components costing about a buck fifty retail. The notion of a foot brake for a table saw is ludicrous unless it's just an easy to access foot switch for an emergency AC injection circuit. The physics are all different than on a bandsaw. A tablesaw is moving much faster with much greater power and much greater torque than a bandsaw. Just the thought of trying to physically stop that by forcing a foot brake down is threatening to break my ankle.
Yeah I would not want a foot brake. It has a break of some kind I can hear engage, just wish it would happen sooner.
Love your t-shirt!
Lol thank you. I have a few I try to wear when filming that I really like
Really good review!!! Thank you for the advice. 👍🏼
Glad it was helpful! Hope I earned a subscribe
Yeah, the overhead dust collection is absolutely useless. I've never gotten mine to work properly.
Mag switch will fix your Jesse’s fence issue.
I am thinking about that once I get the new fence I am going to see if I can make that happen.
Nothing sexier than Harvey
That Harvey looks like a fantastic setup. Ive seen several builders on here pick the Harvey over Sawstops. The technology is cool and all but a hundred bucks to replace the brake AND youll need to shell out for a new blade. Tough pill to swallow for accidentally hitting a brad nail.
Yes, and that is exactly what would happen to me lol.
Definitely needs a brake on the motor. That is seriously dangerous.
I agree. I've reached out to them.